Following another remarkable routine season, Steve Sarkisian is getting nationwide attention. On Wednesday, the Longhorns head coach was called a semifinalist for the George Munger College Coach of the Year Award, which is offered every year to the leading coach in college football.
With Sarkisian blazing a trail, the Longhorns have actually been among the very best groups in the SEC with an 11-2 record. Texas has back-to-back 11-plus win seasons for the very first time considering that 2008-09. They are likewise one win shy of the 5th 12th-plus-win season in program history.
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As the Longhorns have actually adapted to a brand-new conference, their offense has actually been difficult to stop. Through 13 video games, Texas ranks 13th in passing offense, 15th in group passing effectiveness, and 16th in conclusion portion. No matter who is under center, Sarkisian has actually put his group in the very best position to be effective.
While the Longhorns offense has actually made headings, the defense under Sarkisian has actually impressed. They lead the FBS in turnovers acquired and passing backyards enabled. Texas likewise ranks 5th nationally in initially down defense, with veterans such as Jahdae Barron having profession years.
For numerous in Austin, Sarkisian’s most current acknowledgment comes as not a surprise. He was likewise a finalist for the award in 2015 and was called to the watch lists for the Dodd Trophy and Paul “Bear” Bryant Coach of the Year awards previously this year.
The 2024 George Munger Award winner will be revealed on Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025, in less than a month.
